Announcements 11/6/24

LUNCH TODAY: Chicken Parmesan Pasta Bake, Chicken Tenders, Grilled Cheese & FF, Corn Dog & FF
LUNCH THURSDAY: Sweet & Sour Chicken w/Rice or Noodle, Pizza, Cheeseburger & FF, Egg Rolls & Fried Rice
DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS
 
November 6, 2024
 
LUNCH TODAY: Chicken Parmesan Pasta Bake, Chicken Tenders, Grilled Cheese & FF, Corn Dog & FF
LUNCH THURSDAY: Sweet & Sour Chicken w/Rice or Noodle, Pizza, Cheeseburger & FF, Egg Rolls & Fried Rice
 
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
 
Students, please submit your VOLUNTEER SERVICE HOURS for 2024-2025 within 30 days of completing your hours. Organizations and needs can be found on the Community Crusade site on your Crusader Connect Resource board.  High School students must complete and submit at least 20 hours per year by May 15, 2025.
 
The Faith Lutheran Red Cross Club is sponsoring our next blood drive on Thursday, Dec. 5.  Click on this link to sign up, please. Blood Drive Link (12/5)
 
The Multicultural Club is hosting the Annual Ruby Bridges Walk to School day on Thursday, November 14. We will be meeting at Randy's Donuts at 6:45 and begin our walk to school at 7 am. All students, teachers and parents are invited to attend. Please RSVP by clicking this link or scan the QR code in the flyer. (11/13)
 
SENIORS: The Yearbook Google Form at this link needs to be completed by Nov. 15. You need to upload a baby / youth photo and answer a few questions about your activities at FLHS.  More Info Here! (11/15)
SENIORS: Senior portraits are due by Nov. 15 or by Jan. 15 with a $50 fee. Upload your senior portrait at this link if you, a parent, or photographer have not done so.  Not sure? Check the submission checklist.  More Info Here! (1/15)
SENIORS: Yearbook Senior Ads (PDAs) are due Nov. 15 and Jan. 15.  The price of the ads go up in January so don’t delay!!  Order Senior Ads at Jostens.com. Check the Submission Checklist if you are unsure if you have completed this or not.  More Info Here! (1/15)
 
Spring Mock Trial Tryouts Nov. 18-22! Are you interested in law, public speaking, or building teamwork skills? Mock Trial tryouts will be held November 18-22, offering you a chance to explore real courtroom scenarios and practice critical thinking. Whether you’re aiming for a career in law or just looking to boost your confidence and have fun, Mock Trial is a great opportunity to learn, compete, and work closely with peers. Sign up now and make your case! Email Mr. Owen (spencer.owen@flhsemail.org) if you have any questions! Spring Mock Trial Flyer   Google Form Tryout Link (11/22)
 
HS Boys Basketball tryouts are November 16th. Tryout times are as follows: sophomores, juniors, and seniors are at 11am-1pm and freshmen at 1:30pm-3:30pm. Remember you cannot try out if your registration in Aktivate is not completed. Please have this done by November 8th. Email Coach Rama at flhsboysbasketball@flhsemail.org with any questions. (11/16)
 
Breakthrough T1D, formerly JDRF, the leading 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to research and advocacy for type 1 diabetes (T1D) is in need of volunteers in our upcoming Breakthrough T1D Walk on November 16th at UNLV. This event is not just a walk; it’s a celebration of the T1D community that raises awareness of T1D, fosters engagement, and fundraisers to support crucial research efforts that improve the lives of those with T1D and ultimately find a cure.
The Breakthrough T1D Walk offers a great way for volunteers to earn service hours while participating in an incredibly meaningful event for the T1D community. We have volunteer positions available on Friday, November 15th and Saturday, November 16th. All the available volunteer positions can be found here: www.signupgenius.com/go/LasVegasWalk. Whether your members can help for a few hours or the whole day, your support will make a huge difference! Questions, contact ccross@BreakthroughT1D.org (11/14)
 
Congratulations to the following for being selected as Students and Teacher of the month for the month of October:  Emily Tan and Claire Franks, teacher:  Señor Heupel (11/7)
High School Boys and Girls Wrestling Interest???
Who: All high school Boys and Girls interested in Wrestling this Winter.
Please contact Coach Gonzales if you have any questions: rayes.gonzales@flhsemail.org
High School Wrestling Preseason Practices
When: Practices are usually Monday - Thursday from 3p-4:30p
Where: The Wrestling Room (in the Northwest corner of the Aux Gym).
Please contact Coach Gonzales and he will add you to the weekly email list.
 
SERVICE HOUR OPPORTUNITY!! This Saturday! The mission of the Miracle League of Las Vegas is to provide children and adults with cognitive and/or physical challenges in the greater Las Vegas community the opportunity to play baseball in a safe and nurturing environment.  Players are paired with a Buddy, both at bat and while in the field, for the entire game. No experience needed. We need buddy volunteers for Miracle League players for the following fall season Saturday game days! Sign-up details may be found on our website volunteer page, https://miracleleaguelasvegas.com/volunteer. The following shifts are available: (11/8)
 
Saturday 11-9-24
7:45 - 11:00am
10:45am - 1:00pm
12:45 - 3:00pm
2:45 - 5:00pm
 
All girls interested in playing Basketball should contact Coach Karner.
Remember to play High school sports you must register through Aktivate
prior to tryouts.  *Tryouts are Nov. 16*, but we will have open gyms
throughout the Fall so contact Coach Karner today! karnerj@flhsemail.org
OR stop by the weight room and say hi. (11/15)
 
 HS SPORTS REMINDERS  
2024/2025 School Year 
Aktivate: 
If you are planning on participating in High School Sports, please complete your Aktivate registration for the 2024/2025 school year ASAP. The website is as follows:  www.aktivate.com 
HS Sports Physicals - Please use NEW NIAA Physical forms as of 4/1/23: You can obtain the most current physical forms/instructions from Crusader Connect, Resources Page, under MS/HS Sports Registration Information.  Aktivate Instructions/NIAA NEW Physical Forms
Please do not use the physical forms provided by the doctor's office. They are usually not current and will be rejected. 
--Physicals expire 12 months from the date of the doctor's signature. --Up to date physicals are required for the 2024/2025 school year. It is recommended to schedule your physical over the summer break so it’s good for the whole year. 
--All completed physicals must be uploaded into Aktivate for approval.  --If your athlete's physical expires before or during their season, they will not be allowed to try out for a team. Example: Your child is trying out for a fall sport, your previously completed physical was done on 11/10/23. The physical is expired as of 11/10/24. It will not be valid for the 2024/2025 Fall season since it expires during the Fall season. A new physical must be obtained before the season in order for your athlete to try out for their Fall sport. 
HS Sport Season Schedule 2024/2025  
 
Fall: Football - 7/30/24 - 11/27/24 
Fall: Non-Football Sports - 8/3/24 - 11/27/24 
Winter: 11/16/24 - 2/23/25 
Spring: 2/15/25 - 5/18/25 
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact the HS Athletic Administrative Assistant at: heidi.cohen@flhsemail.org or 702-804-4425.
 
MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
 
The Faith Lutheran Red Cross Club is sponsoring our next blood drive on Thursday, Dec. 5.  Click on this link to sign up, please. Blood Drive Link (12/5)
 
The Multicultural Club is hosting the Annual Ruby Bridges Walk to School day on Thursday, November 14. We will be meeting at Randy's Donuts at 6:45 and begin our walk to school at 7 am. All students, teachers and parents are invited to attend. Please RSVP by clicking this link or scan the QR code in the flyer. (11/13)
 
Has your fall sport ended? Looking for something to do after school on Wednesday? Middle school Bible Study Club will meet this Wednesday, November 6. Come join your friends for snacks, devotional time, Bible themed games, and fun centered on God's word. WE WILL MEET IN ROOM 320 FOR THE NEXT FOUR WEDNESDAYS. See Mrs. Cheney in room 113 if you have questions. (11/6)
 
Middle School Art Club Room 101
Meets on Wednesdays
Casual & Fun! Come CREATE in the studio.
-Advisors: Mr. Preston & Mrs. Preston
-3:15 PM to 4:45 PM
-Contactmaria.preston@flhsemail.org (12/19)
 
 
MIDDLE SCHOOL SPORTS
 
MS Girls Basketball
Interest Meeting - October 10th at 3:15 pm in the Library
Tryouts will be November 19th, 20th and 21st 
3:30 - 5:30 PM in the Aux Gym
Contact Coach Schwartz at schwartzl@flhsemail.org
or Coach Proctor at casey.proctor.30@gmail.com Please see attached interest form:
 
MS Boys Basketball
Interest Meeting - November 6th at 3:15 pm in the Aux Gym
Tryouts will be November 12th - 14th 
6th Grade Boys Basketball Tryout Dates/Times
November 12th in Aux Gym 4:00 - 5:30 PM
November 13th in the Arena starting at 4:00 - 5:30 PM
November 14th in the Aux Gym starting at 4:00 - 5:30 PM
 
7th Grade Boys Basketball Tryout Dates/Times
November 12th in Aux Gym 5:30 - 7:00 PM
November 13th in Arena 5:30 - 7:00 PM
November 14th in Aux Gym 5:30 - 7:00 PM
 
8th Grade Boys Basketball Tryout Dates/Times
November 12th in Aux Gym 7:00 - 8:00 PM
November 13th in Arena 7:00 - 8:00 PM
November 14th in Aux Gym 7:00 - 8:00 PM
 
Contact Coach Fuller or Coach Brown for 6th grade @ alexchristianfuller@gmail.comderek.brown@flhsemail.org 
Contact Coach Ongman for 7/8 B @ ongmank@flhsemail.org
Contact Coach Anderson for 7 A @ keywalianderson@yahoo.com  
Contact Coach Brown for 8 A @ mmbdetroit@outlook.com  
 
MS Wrestling
Practices Start Tuesday 11/12
6:30 pm- 7:30 pm in the Wrestling Room
Practice will be each week on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 
Contact Coach Pittman @ bryan_s_p@yahoo.com (11/11)
 
DEVOTIONS
Today’s Reading: Matthew 23:13-39
“Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! For you clean the outside of the cup and the plate, but inside they are full of greed and self-indulgence. You blind Pharisee! First clean the inside of the cup and the plate, that the outside also may be clean. “Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! For you are like whitewashed tombs, which outwardly appear beautiful, but within are full of dead people’s bones and all uncleanness. So you also outwardly appear righteous to others, but within you are full of hypocrisy and lawlessness. (Matthew 23:25-28)
In the Name + of Jesus. Amen. 
How do we want to use the holy Law? We might think of having the Law as either a puppy or a wolf. A puppy we can control; a wolf kills us. 
The Pharisees and teachers of the law did teach the Law. But it wasn’t a killing Law. It was law as a way to act right and look clean on the outside, like cleaning a cup to look good while ignoring the poison inside. That’s having the Law as a puppy. It won’t kill you. At the end of the day, you end up using the Law the way you want.
In this way, using the Law to outwardly guide your life will make it appear clean, letting you hope that it makes you clean inside, too. But the Law won’t cleanse the conscience. The inside remains unclean.
The Lord uses the Law as a wolf coming at the sinner with a killing accusation. You can’t control the Law, finding the use for it you want. Rather, the Law puts to death the Old Adam. When the Old Man of sin falls dead to the Law, then the Gospel cleanses the conscience, forgiving the sin. In this way, the sinner is made clean not by cleaning up the outside but by the Lord speaking the Gospel to him. This is the new, cleansed, inner man, the man of faith, the New Adam. 
Jesus says to the teachers of the law, “First clean the inside of the cup and the plate, that the outside also may be clean.” This is Jesus’ gift to you: He cleanses your inside, your conscience, by His Gospel. He justifies you. Then, from a clean heart, your works are clean as they are done in faith toward Him. 
And when your works aren’t clean (which is, after all, every day), it is, again, repentance. Repentance is the Law accusing you, then the Gospel turning you back to Jesus, forgiving you. 
In the Name + of Jesus. Amen.
Heavenly Father, I pray that You would forgive me all my sins where I have done wrong, and graciously keep me. For into Your hands I commend myself, my body and soul, and all things. Let Your holy angel be with me, that the evil foe may have no power over me. Amen.
-Rev. Warren Graff, pastor of Grace Lutheran Church in Albuquerque, NM
Audio Reflections Speaker: Pastor Jonathan Lackey is the pastor at Grace Lutheran Church, Vine Grove, KY.
Spend time reading and meditating on God’s Word throughout the Church Year with the Enduring Grace Journal. Includes scripture readings, prayers, prompts, and space for journaling. The Church Year Journal, Enduring Grace, now available from Concordia Publishing House.
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